Senior Direct Support Professional Empower Community Living

Birch-Family-Services,-Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services in New York seeks a dedicated caregiver to support individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and community activities, while documenting progress and ensuring safety.

Role requires NYS Driver's License, AMAP certification during probation, and willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR. Training provided to advance to higher competencies within the program.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1-year experience with developmentally disabled individuals in residential/health settings.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Specialized training in direct care provision preferred.
• Must complete AMAP during probation and maintain AMAP certification.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.
• Demonstrated competency in documenting records.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in safe, comfortable home environments and daily living activities.
• Assist in developing social skills for community inclusion.
• Provide personal care and health monitoring support.
• Maintain and document individual progress and records.
• Promote safety and oversee activities within community settings.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

AMAP certification

First Aid & CPR certification

SCIPR Competencies

Promote Competencies

Job description

Birch Family Services in New York seeks a dedicated caregiver to support individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and community activities, while documenting progress and ensuring safety.

Role requires NYS Driver's License, AMAP certification during probation, and willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR. Training provided to advance to higher competencies within the program.